Pampered Poisonous Royal Wife – o

"However, I’ve heard that Princess Edith has been looking for a consort these past couple of years. Young Master Bai, you’re practically royalty in Xuanjin, and matching with such a beautiful princess would be quite something," An Yiqing teased mischievously.

Bai Yiming glanced at her speechlessly, pursed his lips, and looked as if he wanted to steer clear, "Forget about the princess; I can’t handle it. Besides, I still prefer the local girls of Xuanjin."

An Yiqing chuckled and fell silent, watching Zhang Yuksheng and Xing Bin engaging in lively conversation amidst the crowd.

Liao Jinglin soon arrived as well. He scanned the room, nodded subtly when he spotted An Yiqing, and then mingled with the crowd.

The World Business Association meeting was set to begin at 9:45; it was 9:30 now, with fifteen minutes to go. Many renowned entrepreneurs were arriving one after another, both domestic and international. Many were also people An Yiqing was acquainted with.

Li Yuphei appeared at the banquet alongside Li Yuhang, causing quite a stir among the guests. The Li Group was famous both at home and abroad, and many people wanted to connect and make a good impression on the grandfather-grandson duo of the Li family.

Li Yuphei followed behind Li Yuhang, greeting everyone politely. With a poised smile on his face and dignified demeanor, he carried an air of calm and nobility. He was listening to a potbellied man introducing his company, his gaze inadvertently scanning the room until it landed on a white-clad figure sitting in the corner.

His long eyes flashed with a hint of amazement, and Li Yuphei’s lips curved into a gentle smile. He bade farewell to the man, wrapping up the tiresome conversation, and headed straight towards the lounging area.

An Yiqing had noticed Li Yuphei and Li Yuhang long ago, but was busy exchanging pleasantries with some former patients and couldn’t go over to greet them. Li Yuphei’s arrival surprised those businesspeople she had treated, and they tactfully made way.

"Long time no see." Countless days and nights of yearning condensed into these simple words. Li Yuphei gazed at her intently, his previously distant smile turning gentle, the black eyes under his gold-rimmed glasses sparkling brightly.

"Long time no see. How’s Grandpa Li’s health? How is Miss Zhang Wen’s injury? And has Li Sixing’s autism improved?" An Yiqing asked with a smile.

Li Yuphei smiled bitterly; she had asked about so many people but had forgotten to inquire about him. Was it because they were too familiar, or did she not care about him at all?

"Everything is fine. Grandpa is in good spirits. Second Aunt is also well. Although she and Second Uncle haven’t remarried, they have a good relationship. Grandpa hopes that Second Uncle won’t be lonely in his old age and wants to encourage them to continue living together. Sixing’s condition is improving, thanks to you and Mr. Qin. He’s now preparing for a personal art exhibition."

An Yiqing felt grateful. For Li Sixing to reach this point was certainly not easy. Zhang Wen and Li Taishan must be overjoyed.

"Second Uncle and Second Aunt often talk about inviting you and Mr. Qin over if possible. They reminded me to extend the invitation if I saw you at this gathering," Li Yuphei added.

An Yiqing smiled, "Alright, please pass on that if I ever visit Flower Island again, I will certainly disturb them."

Li Yuphei chuckled silently, sitting motionlessly on the sofa, watching An Yiqing. Bai Yiming, who had been sitting quietly like an invisible man, noted Li Yuphei’s focused demeanor and couldn’t help but sigh, yet another soul lost.

Alas, blame it on Gu Laosan for acting too quickly, leaving these bachelors not even a chance to get close.

"By the way, why didn’t Lao San come this time?" Bai Yiming suddenly asked.

An Yiqing was taken aback, "This is the World Business Association; he’s not a businessman, so why would he come here?"

Bai Yiming grinned mischievously, his tone filled with a playful malice, "As a family member! You can bring family members along. Besides, that kid is a jealous one, and are you really safe letting you wander alone among wolves?"

An Yiqing elegantly rolled her eyes, handing Bai Yiming a tissue with feigned irritation, "Ah Lin isn’t that petty. You make me sound like some temptress."

Just as she spoke, a commotion arose at the entrance. Bai Yiming turned to look over, raising his handsome brows high when he saw the person, his eyes gleaming with intrigue.

"Well, speak of the devil. Isn’t that our Third Young Master Gu?"

An Yiqing instinctively turned towards the entrance, and there stood a tall man exuding confidence. He wore a black suit, adorned with a golden dragon embroidered with golden thread on the cuffs and chest. Underneath was a black shirt and a blue tie. His chiseled features were as flawlessly sculpted as if by a master. His deep, elongated black eyes seemed like a vast starry sky that captivated one’s gaze. The man’s aura radiated a coldness, with each step exuding an air of a sovereign walking over innumerable bones, full of iron-willed decisiveness and martial power.